Disp fx of body of right talus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the main part of the right talus bone, which is located in the ankle, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture has broken through the skin, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This is the initial visit for treatment of this injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, open fracture of the body of their right talus. This applies when the physician's documentation clearly states the fracture is displaced and that the skin integrity has been compromised at the fracture site. It is appropriate for the initial surgical or non-surgical management of the injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the body of the right talus.
• The "B" in the seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture, not subsequent care.
• Confirm laterality (right) is clearly documented.